Median Income
$34,926
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$863
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
33.6%
171% higher than US avg
How Keys Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population968
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Economy
C
Median Income$34,926
Per Capita$21,064
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty33.6%
County GDP$1,929M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$863
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,083
Rent Burden36.7%
Health
Obesity45.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation870 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute25 min
Libraries2
Is Keys a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Keys receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Keys offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Keys is $34,926, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Keys is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $863 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Keys enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Keys has a population of 968 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (66.2%), with 32.4% White.
Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Keys is $34,926, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,926 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,064 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $945 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,962 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 33.6% |
| 171% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 921 |
| County GDP | $1,929M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 99 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 132 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,513 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.0 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
The median home value in Keys is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $863 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,083.
Home Values
| Census Median | $125,000 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $261,083 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $863 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 36.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,513 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.01% |
In Keys, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Keys vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.1% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.4% |
| Asthma | 13.6% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.0% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 69.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 12,008/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
Crime Rates: Keys vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Keys has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 870 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 9.8 sq mi (25.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 99/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8028°N, 94.9414°W |
| County FIPS | 40021 |